Cinnabar CSP-1165 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #954645, LRV 11 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Candy Apple from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #954645 · CSP-1165
Cinnabar
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cinnabar Technical Profile
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Cinnabar in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cinnabar in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCinnabar
Nearly identical
PPGCandy Apple
Candy Apple
PPG
Nearly identical
Cranberry Zing
Behr
Nearly identical
Attar of Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stagecoach
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stagecoach
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fabulous Red
Valspar
Very similar
Antique Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Incarnadine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cinnamon Apple
Kilz
Very similar
Daphne Rose
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Create .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cinnabar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cinnabar
#954645
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1876C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cinnabar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cinnabar Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Cinnabar.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cinnabar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cinnabar have?
Cinnabar by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cinnabar in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cinnabar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cinnabar are Candy Apple by PPG (a near-identical match), Candy Apple by PPG (a near-identical match), Cranberry Zing by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cinnabar's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Cinnabar?
Cinnabar has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cinnabar's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.